Founded by Tanya Lee, Body Art Motion (BAM) is an established movement education and performance organization dedicated to empowering women through movement, creativity, and embodied education.
Tanya Lee is a professional movement educator, choreographer, producer, author, and founder of the Conjure Motion® movement system. With more than 30 years of experience in the movement arts, she has taught thousands of students, produced large-scale performances and festivals, published books, mentored emerging instructors, and shared her work and performances across Canada and internationally.
Body Art Motion was established in Lethbridge in 1998 and expanded to Calgary in 2008. For the past 18 years, BAM has operated successfully out of Calgary, offering weekly classes, workshops, teacher training, performances, community events, and internationally recognized guest instructors.
Mission
Body Art Motion exists to help women remember the wisdom of their bodies by empowering women to cultivate embodied sovereignty through movement, creativity, education, and community. We create transformative experiences that foster self-trust, authentic expression, resilience, and meaningful connection, inspiring women to participate fully in their own lives with confidence, presence, and purpose.
At Body Art Motion, embodied sovereignty is the practice of developing self-trust, confidence, and agency through direct experience in the body. We believe movement is not only a form of exercise or artistic expression, but a pathway to resilience, leadership, creativity, and authentic living.
Vision
We envision a world where every woman feels at home in her body, trusts her own inner wisdom, and is supported by a thriving community of creative, courageous, and compassionate women. Body Art Motion exists to provide the space where that transformation can unfold.
ALCHEMY COURSES
Step into the world of alchemy—a mystical journey where ancient wisdom meets personal growth. Our alchemy courses blend the magic of tarot, astrology, and personal transformation to guide you on a path of self-discovery and empowerment. Whether you’re looking to deepen your spiritual practice, unlock the secrets of the stars, or explore the profound symbolism of the tarot, these courses offer tools to align with your higher self and activate your personal magic.
Through private coaching and workshops, we’ll explore the ancient art of reading the stars, harnessing the power of symbols, and navigating life’s journey with clarity and insight. Join us in this transformative space where creativity, intuition, and spiritual growth unite to create lasting change.
DANCE MAGICK
Conjure Motion is where fusion bellydance meets ritual dance, creating a powerful practice that connects movement, storytelling, and spiritual expression. This unique dance form blends ancient mysteries with modern styles, allowing you to explore the full range of your body’s potential while embodying the magic of fire, water, air, and earth.
Through guided choreography and intuitive movement, Conjure Motion helps you tap into your inner rhythm, unlock creativity, and connect with the mystical forces that guide us. Whether you’re drawn to the fluidity of fusion dance or seeking a deeper connection to the spiritual and ritual aspects of dance, Conjure Motion offers a transformative journey that goes beyond the physical, inviting you to express your soul through movement.
YOGA & ALIGNMENT THERAPY
Discover a gentle healing yoga practice that blends the best of yoga, pilates, and personal training to support your body’s natural alignment and movement. This personalized approach is designed to nurture the body, improve mobility, and promote deep healing, whether you’re recovering from an injury or seeking to cultivate strength and balance. Sessions are available 1-on-1 or in small groups, by appointment, ensuring each experience is tailored to your individual needs.
With over 25 years of experience, and certifications in Critical Alignment Therapy, Power Yoga, Pilates, and Personal Training, Tanya brings a wealth of knowledge and a holistic approach to help you restore harmony within your body while building lasting wellness from the inside out.
"The success of Yoga does not lie in the ability to perform postures but in how it positively changes the way we live our life and our relationships."
